Poet, Artist, Father, Husband and so much more. A class act that withstands the test of time. What motivates you to do art? Elton: Purpose has always been the key motivation in me doing art, whether it be writing or visual art. I love being creative in general, but conveying messages and impacting people is alwaysContinue reading “Elton McWashington Jr.”
Author Archives: deidredeanne
Reflecting back on 9/11
I know everyone has had some type of emotion throughout this day. This day for the most part has had a major impact in our way of life and our fears of the unknown and the fear of others behavior. So to say it’s a sensitive subject is a understatement. I just wonder and thisContinue reading “Reflecting back on 9/11”
Courtney Smith
A writer/Poet shares one of his short stories. The hairs on Jabari Prince’s arms were nearly petrified as sterile currents of frozen air grazed them. A fewslight movements of his feet informed him his sneakers and socks were not covering his feet. He slowly movedhis right arm to feel stabbing pain shooting through it likeContinue reading “Courtney Smith”
Carlos Wallace
Veteran. Author. Philanthropist. Youth Advocate and so much more talks to HPS about his life and mindset that helps him create the things that others love to be apart of. You have a lot of titles behind your name. Author, Executive Producer, on the Board of Directors, Husband. How do you find the time toContinue reading “Carlos Wallace”
Being sick during a Pandemic Spike
First let me say that the fear is real out in Houston! True the spike in cases have increased so a simple cough will get you more than a look. But add in a common cold with a viral infection will get you blocked from work and let me tell you phone calls have evenContinue reading “Being sick during a Pandemic Spike”
Poetry and Art
My Voice They said I wasn’t mainstream enough with my beatnik mouth and street words. That my style was gutter like faded Snicker’s wrappers and hazy glass on the corner of Jensen and Caplin Street. That my poetry made a sound like the aftermath of a sucker punch. And so, I went and told themContinue reading “Poetry and Art”
Champaign Goines
Love me Anyway I may nag a lot…..Love me anyway I’m a bit obsessive….Love me anyway I worry too much….Love me anyway but I love the ocean, I love the trees and a simple daisy. I’m not hard to please. Thinking of you and the blessing you have brought. My soul is deep and myContinue reading “Champaign Goines”
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Knowing when it’s time to move on
You would think it would get easier as you get older to walk away from situations that don’t fit your life as you get older but ummmm that’s not always the case. I’ve personally have been in the medical field since I was 12. Yep illegal but who going to tell their mother no? lolContinue reading “Knowing when it’s time to move on”
Kristy Getz
Alaskan native traveling from Vegas back to her Homeland shares its beauty from her art. What would you say has been the best part about going to Alaska? Kristy: Seeing friends and family and also being able to look at the beautiful scenery I grew up with every single day. What would you tell someoneContinue reading “Kristy Getz”